Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in digital education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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